Meaning & Definition of word "Serving"

Serving

/ˈsɜːrvɪŋ/

1. The act of providing food or drink to someone.
- Example: The serving of the meal took longer than expected.
2. An amount of food or drink meant for one person.
- Example: She had a generous serving of pasta on her plate.
3. A set of dishes or utensils used for presenting food.
- Example: The serving dish was beautifully decorated.

1. Presenting food or drink for consumption.
- Example: He is serving dinner to the guests.
2. To contribute to a cause or perform a duty.
- Example: She is serving her country in the military.
3. To deliver or administer something.
- Example: The server is serving customers at the restaurant.

●Middle English 'servinge', from the verb 'serve'.

serving size:

The recommended amount of food to be consumed.

serving up:

To present or provide something, typically food.

serving suggestion:

A recommendation for how to present or serve food.

serve:

To present food or drink, or to perform duties.

service:

The act of helping or doing work for someone.

servant:

A person who performs duties for others, typically in a household.

Meaning: To give someone a hard time.

● Example Sentence: Don't be serving me that attitude!

Meaning: To impress or show off skills.

● Example Sentence: He was really serving looks at the party.